There is no story too broken for Jesus to redeem. When all our formulas break down, there is a Savior who never does. Karrie's story is no different. Karrie grew up in the church. She knew all the formulas she needed to do in order to earn God's love. But as she got older, she realized that all the formulas and striving still didn't satisfy the deep longing for hope in her heart. During our conversation, we learn about Karrie's journey to hope and are reminded of how easy it can be for us to stop seeking our true source of endless peace: God. It was a beautiful dialogue, and I hope it will help you learn some tools on how to seek God to help you be fulfilled. Karrie is a pastor, life coach, author, and podcaster. She is also the creator of Freedom Movement, which is a nonprofit organization helping individuals experience freedom and walk out their God-ordained purpose. Learn more about Karrie Garcia - www.karriegarcia.com Buy The Exchange by Karrie Garcia - https://www.wearefreedommovement.org/theexchange

Do you ever feel like you don’t belong or fit in? Do you ever ask God, “Who am I that you would give me this task?” I know I certainly have. On today’s episode, you’re going to hear from Kate Czechowicz, who is the women’s pastor at Mariners Church.Kate’s story reminds us that our journey of faith doesn’t always follow a straight line. She shares how while she may not fit the mold of the typical women’s pastor at a megachurch, clinging to God’s voice and his purposes is exactly where she needs to be.Remember that God never changes, and his love for his children never fails. He wants to walk with you along your uncharted path. I pray this podcast brings you encouragement today. Learn more at www.unchartedpod.com

"I want believe the best in you; and to me, that's what kinship is all about. It's an approach to humanity. It's a Jesus-following way of being that will honor the dignity, the image of God, in every human-being." – Mark Fields Today on the podcast, I had a conversation with Mark Fields, the founder of Kinship Collective. It is yet another reminder that the journey of faith is an incredible adventure and a joyful experience if we allow God to guide us through the path that is not "uncharted" to Him. God will teach us about Himself, ourselves, and the world. He will invite us to bring good healing and comfort to those around us. Kinship Collective is a community of people who are seeking to end “otherness." Many people feel like they’re on the edges or even exiled from their communities. But Mark and this group of people have created an open-door experience for all.  The goal is for the community to feel the love, companionship, understanding, comfort, and the truth of Jesus. Enjoy the show! Learn more at www.unchartedpod.com

"Human dignity, the idea that humans are valuable, is rooted in the biblical concept that humans are made in the image of God." – Daniel Darling With everything going on in the world today, I wanted to share with you an interview I did with Daniel Darling last year. Daniel wrote a book on human dignity and how every single person was created in the image of God. Every person was created by God on purpose for a purpose, and it's important we remember that as we go along our journey of faith. Each of us were created for a unique purpose, and we discuss that and so much more on today's podcast. Daniel Darling is the author of many books. His is also a regular contributor to USA Today. Dan also speaks and preaches around the country. He hosts his own weekly podcast called The Way Home. Daniel received his bachelor's degree in pastoral ministry from Dayspring Bible College and is a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. BUY THE DIGNITY REVOLUTION HERE

There are so many amazing stories about women in the Bible, but often, they are left behind or forgotten. Today on the podcast, I speak with Carolyn Custis James. She is an author of seven books, six of which specifically discuss the role of women within the Word and our world. Some of her books include Finding God in the Margins, which is about the book of Ruth and looking at Ruth from a female perspective. She wrote  Malestrom: Manhood Swept into the Currents of a Changing World, which became Christianity Today's Book of the Year in 2016. Some of her other wonderful books include Half the Church: Recapturing God's Global Vision for Women, Understanding Purpose, Lost Women of the Bible, and When Life and Beliefs Collide: How Knowing God Makes a Difference. Carolyn is a faculty member at Missio Seminary. She is a consultant and editor for Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, and she was named in 2013 by Christianity Today as one of the 50 Evangelical Women to Watch. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation with her, and I hope you will too. Learn More at www.inesfranklin.com

Divorce can be a tricky topic and is not often discussed with relation to your journey of faith. Between the few Bible verses that talk about it and the pain and loss that happens in the middle of one, divorce is often covered in shame, doubt, sadness, and loneliness. Today on the podcast, we have my husband, Jim, and we go into depth on marriage, divorce, pain, and God's ultimate grace. We discuss what a faith-filled marriage is called to be and what the Bible tells us about marriage and divorce. We also go into some of the theological interpretations behind a few of the heavily used Bible verses used to speak about divorce. There was so much we could have talked about! Maybe we will do a sequel. Nevertheless, whether you are single, dating, married, widowed, or divorced, this is an episode that will hopefully speak to you and encourage you on your journey of faith. We hope you will also share it with others who need it. LINKS Official Website Become a Guest on Uncharted Ines Franklin on Instagram

Today, Ines and Andy share about their experiences as parents trying to guide their children along the journey of faith. They reflect on how their own childhood and church experiences have played a key role in how they've chosen to equip their children in matters of faith. As we learned in our previous episode with Dan Koch, the Gospel is an excellent primer for how we should live our lives, and that means in all functions. Parenting isn't just a label, it's a course we as parents have to take. Please listen in and enjoy this podcast as we unpack what it means to spiritually guide our children on their faith journey. OFFICIAL WEBSITE | www.inesfranklin.com

When you first became a believer, did you think you would eventually have enough knowledge that you would feel a great deal of certainty? I know I did. But our journey of faith doesn't work that way. We are always learning and growing, as we should be. When we reach a rigid certainty, it’s likely we have halted our progress. Today's podcast episode is with Gabe Lyons, who is the host and founder of Q Conference. He believes we should hold the posture of staying curious, thinking well, and doing good. When Gabe started his ministry, he realized that many people were being given the answers instead of being prompted to think for themselves. He set out to help people stay curious. In this podcast, Gabe and I discuss the beauty that can come from exposing ourselves to a wide array of voices and taking the time to be thoughtful about the significant issues in our lives. Gabe Lyons is the co-author of Good Faith and unChristian, and author of The Next Christians. He founded Q, a learning community of Christian leaders who seek to engage thoughtfully in the current cultural moment. Gabe seeks to equip Christians to apply their faith in their daily life by openly discussing some of the most controversial issues we all face and applying a biblical framework to participate in restoring broken relationships and institutions. Check out QIdeas

Many of us, during our journey of faith, have a desire to become more educated or more certain on specific biblical topics, as we think it is vital to the strength of our walk with the Lord. However, sometimes the search can lead to more confusion. What do we do then? This week, I am joined by Bonnie Lewis. Bonnie thought that if she became more educated and more certain on biblical topics that she would be a stronger believer. However, during her time and after completing her education, she found herself with more questions and a greater awareness of all she needed to learn. Bonnie became passionate about seeking out diverse voices, and this led her to sometimes chose the road less traveled. Bonnie is a skilled author, speaker, and theologian. She completed a Master of Theology at Fuller Seminary. She is the author of “timshell”, the first-ever idiomatic Bible translation. She translated certain sections of the Bible and brings a fresh perspective to the way we read Scripture. She enjoys looking at the Word to get as much of the richness as possible from it. If you're looking to have a broader view of the Scriptures, I think she is a refreshing resource. She also works as a Creativity and Divinity Coach at Radical Wellness Collaborative as she seeks to walk with others on their journey of faith. Listen in as we unpack from Bonnie's journey through certainty, biblical literacy, and learning to amplify new and unique voices that can help us grow in our relationship with God. Show notes links: https://www.radicalwellness.co/team/bonnie-lewis https://www.timsheltranslation.com/

The journey of faith isn't always linear. It can be like a winding road, full of twists and turns. Sometimes, to our surprise, we might find ourselves feeling disconnected, asking questions about beliefs once held secure, having doubts, even struggling to trust the people who have led us. So much feels vague and unclear during deconstruction seasons that It can be frightening. If we have the courage to share about it, others might respond with judgment or distance themselves for fear of catching the doubt bug. This only adds to the isolation we feel. In recent years, more people are willing to talk about these experiences, and I am glad.  Because Jesus walks with us, this unsought journey inward does not have to lead us to the end of our faith. Rather it becomes a pursuit of personal integrity in our relationship with God, His Word, and His people. Such an effort, especially when done in community with others who care about us and are wise, can lead us to a more beautiful and deeper understanding of both ourselves and God, as opposed to what others want us to believe. It is a slow and courageous process, but a fruitful one nevertheless.  In this conversation with Dan Koch, we hear how he ended up in the "deconstruction" zone and how what he learned has equipped him to help others find a deeper hope and a more beautiful faith. I am so grateful for Dan sharing with us his story and wisdom with such graciousness. Check out all of Dan's podcasting work at https://www.dankochwords.com/ Check out Dan's website created with Sarey Martin Concepcion - https://www.soyouredeconstructing.com